Q1
Best network for SR8?
EE leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Sunderland.
SR8 DISTRICT · COUNTY DURHAM
Best mobile network in Horden SR8 · County Durham
EE scores 100/100 — the best measured network for SR8 in Sunderland, 6 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 100 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The SR8 district covers Horden, Shotton, Peterlee and Haswell, in County Durham. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · SR8 · SUNDERLAND
Coverage for SR8 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
100/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the SR8 district in Sunderland, 6 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — SR8
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Vodafone
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — SR8
Based on Ofcom's measurements, EE scores highest across Sunderland. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 100/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (100%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads O2 by 0 points overall. While O2 reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Sunderland, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and Three round out the field at 97 and 94 respectively.
Why EE for SR8?
EE's 5G rollout in Sunderland is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the SR8 district. For anyone streaming video, gaming on mobile, or relying on a mobile hotspot at home, this level of 5G penetration makes a real difference to day-to-day speed.
The runner-up in SR8 is O2 at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in SR8, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Horden
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Horden, Shotton, Peterlee and Haswell, 6 points clear of the weakest. A cheaper plan on a network that does not reach your street costs more than it saves, so start from the coverage and pick the plan second.
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Coverage FAQ — SR8
Q2
Is 5G available in SR8?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. O2 follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 97/100 in SR8 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.